Such a common problem with a lot of stories, where you can just feel that the author is trying to talk to you directly, rather than having two characters talk to one another.
Yeah consistent and sustained activity>short burst workouts when it comes to weight loss.
Also when I was trying to gain weight, loading up on carbs was the best way to hit calorie counts so I imagine cutting carbs is the best way to cut calories
Comically evil/dickish characters. Anytime some dude exists purely to try and rape a heroine so a bland as bread MC can look good in comparison I just roll my eyes.